>Sky Dust is set in a cyberpunk universe, taking place in a future where society has collapsed following a global disaster, and the lines between morality and ethics have become blurred.
>In this world, powerful individuals hire mercenaries to carry out various tasks, with data trafficking in the Cyberverse being the most common.
>Players take on the role of a mercenary embarking on a transformative journey, impacting both their own life and the world around them.
>MARS 2120 is a Metroidvania with engaging melee combat inspired by classics like Super Metroid, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, or Guacamelee! With the use of special abilities tied to elements like ice, fire, and electricity help Sgt. Anna “Thirteen” Charlotte navigate the colony and battle her way through the secrets of Mars.
>Why do humans dream of space exploration? What if that dream goes wrong?
You are MIO, a nimble robot with extraordinary abilities. You wake up in the Vessel, a space ship drifting aimlessly in space.This enormous technological ark, whose initial purpose remains unknown, lies now as a field of ruins, overgrown with lush vegetation and machines gone rogue.
Delve into the heart of this technological labyrinth to revive its lost memories, as you guide MIO through the vast expanse of the Vessel. Unlock new powers and abilities to explore new areas, face off against a fearsome bestiary, and set out on a quest to unlock the secrets of the Vessel.
>ABYSS X ZERO is a stylish 3D Metroidvania, with expressive low poly visuals made by the two person indie team Studio Pixel Punk, that also brough you the award-winning indie hit UNSIGHTED.
>Explore an expansive world with carefully-crafted dungeons and stylish combat. Take control of two different characters, fated to battle each other: Codename A and Codename Z, both legendary heroes with unique abilities that change how you fight and interact with the environment.
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>Announcing WOLFHOUND, the next adventure from Bit Kid! Infiltrate a mysterious Axis base in the Bermuda Triangle as one-man army Capt. Chuck “WOLFHOUND” Rossetti. Explore the deadly island and uncover the Nazi's twisted scientific pursuits while wreaking havoc on their forces and horrific creations in this sci-fi WWII Metroidvania!
I loved the demo for this game and while there aren't many reviews out, the ones that are are really positive.
>Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
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Anyone have any ideas as to why it might not be generating thumbnail previews when creating a post? I checked and Kickstarter and Youtube are doing OpenGraph correctly, so there seems to be something else going on.
Aiming for an Oct. '24 release
>Lone Fungus 2 is a classic feeling action-adventure with a charming 16-bit aesthetic, featuring non-linear world design, set in an interesting world with it's own mushroom lore. First and foremost a Metroidvania game with a lot of 'vania' in it, whip foes, gain new powers and explore a world full of treasures and secrets!
>The Vile is taking over, transforming everything it touches into something ghastly and unrecognizable…
>Delve into a playfully-sinister, mysterious and interactive world that evolves based on time of day or weather condition. Immerse yourself in deep narrative quests while searching for your missing best friend,Ella, and meeting a peculiar cast of characters along the way.
>Gain new abilities to battle vicious enemies and transform more and more into the monster you’re fighting against as the Vile becomes all consuming.
>As you uncover the truth about the Vile and the future becomes uncertain, you’ll have to decide-- should you embrace the next step in evolution or eradicate it?
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>Engage with the 2D platforming, exploration, intricate labyrinthine maps, thrilling boss battles, and new abilities to unlock previously inaccessible areas. Plus Ultra: Legado is set to release in 2025 for Nintendo Switch and PC with a Kickstarter campaign launching on May 16. A 2D adventure, featuring vivid ligne-claire comic visuals, epic music and seamless gameplay... A comicvania!
If you're looking for combat, it doesn't sound like this is your jam. But if you liked Fez and Tunic, sounds like this fits. Those are two of my all time favs, so I'm clearing my day…
>Explore a surreal, interconnected, labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items, solve puzzles, and try to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.
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While a little linear so far, I'm really enjoying it. Crazy that it's from "the Sea Snake" in GoT: House of Dragons.
>It's time to wield the dance of the shaman and reclaim your father’s spirit.
>Crafted by Surgent Studios, the entertainment studio founded by actor Abubakar Salim (Assassin's Creed: Origins, Raised by Wolves) and published by EA Originals, Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU is a metroidvania-style adventure and a thrilling emotional journey inspired by the rich myths of Bantu cultures.
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You just described what I’m going through 100%.
I’m down! As long as they work their way to “E.T. Rising”
I didn't get to posting about it, but I saw last week the announcement about "Beyond the Ice Palace 2", which is the metroidvania sequel to a 1988 Amiga game. Bizarre that now is the time to cash in on the social capital these two games have built up over the years 🤷🏼
>Hack your destiny. Atari and WayForward are proud to unveil a brand new metroidvania in the Yars universe. Play as young hacker, Emi Kimura, as she explores the mysterious mega corporation, QoTech. Yars Rising is coming soon!
For all major platforms
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>Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.
I liked the demo. Going to give it a go once I'm done with Biomorph.
>Hop on your trusty BMX and get ready to survive the dangerous wasteland in this release date trailer for Turbo Kid, an upcoming Metroidvania game based on the movie. The latest trailer for Turbo Kid showcases various locations you'll explore, bloody combat action, and more!
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I bought it after the positive reviews and have only been able to get to the city after the prologue, so you’re already farther than myself. But part of why I put it down was because it felt too soon to introduce this reprieve from the Metroidvania gameplay loop.
I have every faith that it’ll “get to the good stuff”, but I did have a similar feeling to you. I’m going to give it another hour in a bit.
Out on other platforms later this year >BIOMORPH is a dark metroidvania game where you become the creatures that you kill! Solve ingenious puzzles and navigate a stunning hand-drawn world. Meet quirky characters, rebuild a city, and uncover the secrets of a sprawling, fallen civilization… and of your own mysterious origins.
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There's a demo on Steam
>Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Looks like it's slated for all major platforms.
The Epic Games Store makes two more games free for users to claim for their digital libraries while confirming the March 28 freebie.
It's a cute fun game and I'm looking forward to the dev's next, Crypt Custodian
>Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient Artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.
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I love it. Funniest play I’ve seen in a long time.
Maybe it would've been better if he had made the shot, but give them something to laugh about, some excitement.
I haven't played it, but I hear really good things about this retro-3D metroidvania called Pseudoregalia
They slipped the release date to April 5, 2024
I don't know if you played Laika: Aged Though Blood, but I'm curious out the biking mechanic compares. (Also had a killer sound-track, albeit a very different tone/style)
FYI: c/metroidvanias
Love both, and very excited for their next game, No Rest for the Wicked - which I don’t know if it’s been said explicitly, but is rumored to also be a Metroidvania.
I know it might be a little cliché, but I would still rank Hollow Knight as my #1 Metroidvania, but these two are my #2A and #2B, even after loving the new Prince of Persia. The level of polish is incredible and Wisps just cranked it up even more.
I enjoyed the video the IGN posted about them yesterday.
Just saw it in the update. Thank you!!
I don’t know, but I have a feeling it doesn’t. He just pushed a blog post on it and I’m reading it now
They have private/internal APIs that they get grumpy at you for using because you can circumvent ads. The goal with this app was to not make Google grumpy.
EDIT: got to the answer - no.
Does it block ads? It doesn’t, I don’t think Google would like that, but if you have YouTube Premium you won’t see ads, just like the website. Honestly, YouTube Premium is like one of the most essential subscriptions for me, it’s so handy to never worry about ads and it’s pretty cool in that it also supports the creators substantially more than if you watched ads. So I dunno, if you can afford an expensive Apple Vision Pro, I’d really consider treating yourself to YouTube Premium!
I don't know how to write this that doesn't come off as defensive, but… Yes, the guy who's dying to create a community on here around Metroidvanias and is the only person to make posts in c/metroidvania for 55 posts is a corporate shill for Ubisoft.
Could you share more details on the “better video handling” so I know what to test for? Is it specific platforms were added to auto play? Or is it reducing bugs when playing? Etc.
I’m excited to test it out. Thanks!
